RAK offers family offices the optimal combination of tax efficiency, asset protection, and strategic access to Gulf markets—all at a fraction of Dubai's cost.
Family offices managing significant wealth are discovering RAK as the intelligent alternative to traditional UAE jurisdictions.
RAK ICC provides robust legal frameworks for holding companies and asset protection structures. 100% foreign ownership, strong property rights, and established legal precedents make it ideal for family wealth structures.
0% corporate tax for qualifying free zone businesses, no personal income tax, no capital gains tax, and no inheritance tax. Structures can be optimized for tax efficiency while maintaining substance and compliance.
Through RAK Leaders Club, family office principals gain direct access to fellow family offices, asset managers, government officials, and investment opportunities not available through traditional channels.
Operating costs 40% lower than Dubai while maintaining quality services. Lower license fees, office costs, and living expenses allow family offices to allocate more capital to investments rather than overhead.
RAK International Corporate Centre (ICC) has become the preferred jurisdiction for family offices establishing UAE presence.
Company incorporation can be completed in 48 hours with proper documentation.
Single or multiple shareholder options, holding company structures, and investment vehicle configurations.
Shareholder information remains confidential while meeting international compliance standards.
Established relationships with major UAE and international banks facilitate account opening for family office structures.
Structure can be customized based on family objectives, asset types, and succession planning requirements.
Centralized management of family investments, portfolios, and liquid assets through RAK-based structures.
Hold UAE and international real estate investments through RAK holding companies for tax efficiency.
Manage family trading businesses and commercial operations with optimal tax treatment.
Structure asset ownership for smooth intergenerational wealth transfer and family governance.
Create and manage investment funds, private equity vehicles, and venture capital structures.
Establish charitable foundations and philanthropic vehicles for family giving strategies.
RAK Leaders Club provides family office principals with exclusive access to:
"RAK Leaders Club opened doors we didn't know existed. The network quality is exceptional—genuine decision-makers and strategic partnerships that created real value for our family office."
Managing DirectorEuropean Family Office
A European family office was managing Gulf investments through multiple jurisdictions, resulting in high costs, complex compliance, and tax inefficiency.
Established RAK ICC holding company to consolidate UAE investments. Connected with local partners through RAK Leaders Club for on-ground intelligence and deal flow.
Schedule a confidential consultation to discuss how RAK can serve your family office objectives. Connect with our network of advisors, service providers, and fellow family offices.